1970 Ford Cortina vs. 2004 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Getz is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Cortina (68 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Getz. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 75 kg more than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Because 1970 Ford Cortina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Getz, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1970 Ford Cortina (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Getz. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Getz.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Cortina | 2004 Hyundai Getz | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Cortina | Getz |
Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2630 mm |